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National Pride In The Kite Runner By Marijane

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When Marji come back from the trip with her parents, and learn that they at war she shows strong patriotism toward her country. She immediately became furious because it was the second invasion by the Arabs in 1400 years. Marji says, “I was ready to defend my country against these Arabs who keep attacking us” (79). As Marji put on her soldier hat, she senses her country is in need of help she suddenly develop the envy to show support. Without doubt Marijane express how she cares about for her country, and wants to stand and defend no matter what. Furthermore, she continues to demonstrate national pride after witnessing the Iraqi F-14s bomb in Iran. She declares, “We have bomb Baghdad!” (82). Beginning asking her dad if he is going to fight

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